AMC got into the pony car game in 1968 with the Javelin. And just like Ford’s Mustang was based on the Falcon platform, the Javelin used the Rambler American’s. Javelins could be had from mild to wild, with a… more»
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1968 Dodge Super Bee Barn Find!
There is a belief amongst some classic car enthusiasts that the steady stream of barn and shed finds that we see today could slow to a trickle, and eventually dry up completely. I don’t subscribe to that theory. Our… more»
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One Owner 440 Powered 1974 Jensen Interceptor
Last week I opined about automobile model names and queried a thought about what do they really mean? That thread continues today with the Jensen Interceptor. When I first heard that combination of brand and model name many years… more»
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Rare Fiberglass Time-Capsule: 1960 La Dawri
This is a fantastic and almost unique offering. When did you last see a La Dawri Conquest, let alone one in largely time-capsule condition (albeit with a seized engine)? This one can be found here on eBay in Alvaton,… more»
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1972 AMC Javelin AMX Barn Find!
American Motors turned a lot of heads in the late 1960s with the AMX, a shortened two-seat version of the Javelin. It would become AMC’s first and only attempt at building a sports car. As a muscle car, they… more»
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Continental Kit: 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air Sport Coupe
Almost as soon as they were made, the 1955-57 full-size Chevrolets were destined for greatness. And the leader of that pack was the Bel Air, a name that would populate Chevy brochures for more than 25 years. The seller’s… more»
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1970 Chevrolet Impala 454 Convertible!
In 1970, the Impala was still a big seller for Chevrolet, although production was below the record-setting one million units seen in 1965. This model year happens to be my personal favorite because of the front and rear styling… more»
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Rare Mashup? 1981 Shelby Charger Convertible
I don’t know where to start with this one. Is it a viable car or just parts? And, it’s a custom convertible at the same time. The seller states it to be a barn find parked for 25 or… more»
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The Other German Car: 1957 Borgward Isabella
If you were looking for a project and had your heart set on one of German origin, the typical prospects would be an Audi, BMW, Mercedes-Benz, or Volkswagen. But if you went down the path less traveled, you could… more»
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Gold Strike? 1973 Plymouth Duster
The Valiant was a steady performer for Plymouth, but it was rather boring in sedan trim. Enter the Duster in 1970, a fastback version that suspiciously looked a lot like Ford’s new Maverick. The Duster proved to be a… more»
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Barn Stored for 50 Years! 1952 MG TD
This 1952 MGTD may be on a trailer at the moment, but prior to being loaded up, it was hidden in a California barn for 50 years. The seller doesn’t share much information on how it got there or… more»
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Eternal Optimist? 1968 Saab 96 V4
A classic car will only ever be worth what someone is willing to pay for it. This has seen situations over the years where some nice vehicles have sold for mere pennies, while some pretty dilapidated examples will command… more»
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Rusty Project: 1964 Mercury Comet Cyclone
The Comet had been Mercury’s compact car since 1960 and – prior to 1964 – the S-22 was the performance-minded edition. When ‘64 rolled around, the S-22 was out, and the Cyclone was in for the next eight model… more»
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Building Find Surprise: 1933 Pierce-Arrow 836
The series of cars from domestic continuing manufacturers like Chevrolet, Ford and Dodge are the stock-in-trade for Barn Finds. The three companies made some fantastic heavy-duty machinery in years past and readers seem to enjoy reviewing the endless iterations…. more»
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Parked in 1985: 1970 Ford Mustang Mach 1
Sometimes in life, it is worth taking a risk. The original owner of this 1970 Mustang Mach 1 parked it in this shed way back in 1985. It sat unloved and neglected for decades. When he passed away, the… more»
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Patina Galore: 1958 Pontiac Chieftain
The Chieftain was Pontiac’s entry-level car for most of the 1950s, but it certainly wasn’t a bottom-end automobile. The 1958 model would become notable for two reasons: it would be a one-year-only restyle (like its other GM contemporaries) and… more»
